AMD E1-6010

The AMD E1-6010 is a dual-core mobile processor from the Beema generation, built on the Jaguar architecture using a 28 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It operates at a fixed 1350 MHz base clock with no boost capability, and its benchmark data shows a neutral position in the database, sitting at the 50th percentile of all CPUs with an average score of zero.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The E1-6010 presents a straightforward execution model: two physical cores and two threads, meaning no simultaneous multithreading. This 1:1 core-to-thread ratio indicates that the processor can handle exactly two concurrent instruction streams, and any workload that scales beyond that will not benefit from additional logical processors. For real-world tasks, this means heavily threaded applications—such as video encoding, 3D rendering, or scientific simulations—will see no advantage from thread oversubscription, as the hardware simply lacks the resources to execute more than two threads at once.

The fixed 1350 MHz clock, with no boost clock present in the data, implies that single-thread performance is constant and predictable. There is no dynamic frequency scaling to higher states, so a single-threaded task will always run at the same speed, regardless of thermal headroom or power availability. For legacy software or lightly threaded applications like web browsing, word processing, or spreadsheet work, the E1-6010 delivers consistent but modest throughput. The lack of a boost clock also means that transient spikes in demand cannot be met with a temporary frequency increase, which is a notable limitation for interactive responsiveness.

In a multi-threaded context, the dual-core design with no SMT means that the processor’s aggregate throughput is strictly the sum of two single-thread pipelines. The 64 KB L1 cache per core and 1 MB shared L2 cache provide minimal latency hiding, but the memory subsystem—single-channel DDR3 with 10.7 GB/s bandwidth—becomes a bottleneck for any workload that streams data. The data shows that the E1-6010 is best suited for tasks that are either single-threaded or can be cleanly parallelized into exactly two threads; anything more complex will encounter scheduling overhead without a corresponding performance gain.

Power and Thermals

The E1-6010 carries a TDP of 10 watts, which places it firmly in the ultra-low-power mobile segment. This TDP class implies that a passive cooling solution or a very small, low-speed fan is sufficient to maintain operational temperatures. The 28 nm process node from GlobalFoundries is relatively mature for the era, and the Jaguar architecture was designed with efficiency in mind, so the thermal output at 10 watts is modest.

For system integrators, the 10 W TDP means that the cooling solution can be minimal—typically a thin heat pipe attached to a small aluminum fin stack, or even a fanless design in a chassis with adequate airflow. The socket is AMD Socket FT3, which is a BGA-style package, so the processor is soldered directly to the motherboard. This eliminates the possibility of user-level cooling upgrades, as the heatsink must be matched to the board layout. The integrated Radeon R2 Graphics also shares the same thermal envelope, so the total system heat output is contained within the 10 W figure.

The absence of a boost clock further simplifies thermal management. Since the processor never exceeds 1350 MHz, there are no power spikes that would require a more robust cooling solution. The data indicates that sustained operation at full load will generate steady, predictable heat, allowing for a relaxed thermal design. For a mobile device, this translates to longer battery life under load and a quieter acoustic profile, as the cooling fan—if present—can spin at low RPMs without risk of overheating.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark results for the E1-6010 are sparse: the benchmarks array is empty, the average benchmark score is zero, and the percentile versus all CPUs is exactly 50. This is an unusual data point—a 50th percentile with a zero score suggests that the processor is either untested in the database or serves as a baseline reference. Without specific scores or rival comparisons, the performance must be inferred from the architectural parameters.

Given the 1350 MHz clock and dual-core design, the E1-6010’s raw compute throughput is limited. A single core at 1.35 GHz will execute roughly 2.7 billion instructions per second under ideal conditions, but the Jaguar architecture’s instruction-per-clock (IPC) is modest compared to newer designs. For integer-heavy workloads, the processor will lag behind any modern dual-core offering that operates at higher clocks with superior IPC. The 10.7 GB/s memory bandwidth is a severe constraint for any task that exceeds the 1 MB L2 cache, as data must be fetched from DDR3 memory at a rate that is roughly one-third of what a dual-channel modern system would provide.

The absence of a boost clock means that the E1-6010 cannot compensate for its low base frequency during short bursts. In a benchmark suite that includes a mix of single-threaded and multi-threaded tests, the processor would likely score below average in most categories, except perhaps for pure idle power consumption. The 50th percentile ranking, however, suggests that the database considers it a median performer, which may reflect the fact that many low-end mobile processors from the same era have similar specifications. The zero average benchmark score is more likely an artifact of no recorded tests than a true measure of performance.

How It Compares

The nearestRivals list in the FACT PACK is empty, so there are no direct comparative scores or deltaPct values to reference. Without named rivals, the E1-6010 must be positioned qualitatively against the broader landscape of mobile processors. In the ultra-low-power segment, the 10 W TDP puts it in the same class as other fanless or passively cooled designs, but its 28 nm process is older than more recent 14 nm or 7 nm parts, which would offer higher clocks and better IPC at the same power level.

The Jaguar architecture is a known quantity—it was used in several AMD APUs from the 2014 era. Compared to later AMD designs like Zen-based mobile chips, the E1-6010 would be significantly slower in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, but the data does not provide explicit numbers to quantify this gap. The 50th percentile ranking suggests it is not the worst processor in the database, but it is also far from the top. For a user coming from a similar-era Intel Atom or Celeron, the E1-6010 would offer comparable performance, though the specific deltas are not available in the provided data.

The lack of rival data means that any comparative analysis is necessarily qualitative. The processor’s single-channel memory and 10.7 GB/s bandwidth are limiting factors, and its 2 MB total cache (64 KB L1 per core plus 1 MB shared L2) is small by modern standards. In practical terms, the E1-6010 is a processor for basic tasks—document editing, lightweight web browsing, and media playback—rather than for any compute-intensive application.

FAQ

Q: Does the AMD E1-6010 have a boost clock?

A: No. The FACT PACK lists a base clock of 1350 MHz and the boost clock field is null, meaning the processor runs at a fixed frequency without any dynamic overclocking capability.

Q: How many threads can the E1-6010 process simultaneously?

A: Exactly two. It has 2 cores and 2 threads, with no simultaneous multithreading, so only two concurrent instruction streams are supported.

Q: What type of memory does the E1-6010 support?

A: It supports DDR3 memory in a single-channel configuration, with a maximum memory bandwidth of 10.7 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported.

Q: Is the E1-6010 still in production?

A: No. The production status is listed as "End-of-life," and it was released on April 28, 2014.

Q: Does the E1-6010 have an integrated GPU?

A: Yes, it includes Radeon R2 Graphics as part of the APU package, which shares the same 10 W TDP envelope.

Q: What socket does the E1-6010 use?

A: It uses AMD Socket FT3, which is a BGA-style socket, meaning the processor is soldered onto the motherboard and cannot be upgraded.

Who Should Consider It

The E1-6010 is a processor for users whose workloads are extremely light and who prioritize power efficiency above all else. For office tasks—word processing, spreadsheets, email, and web browsing with a modest number of tabs—the dual-core design at 1350 MHz is sufficient, provided the software is not too demanding. The 10 W TDP makes it suitable for fanless tablets, thin notebooks, or embedded systems where silent operation and long battery life are critical.

For gaming, the E1-6010 is not a viable option. The integrated Radeon R2 Graphics is a low-end GPU, and the single-channel memory bandwidth of 10.7 GB/s severely limits frame rates in any 3D title. Even casual games from the early 2010s would struggle to maintain playable framerates, and modern games are entirely out of reach. The processor’s low clock speed and lack of boost further compound the issue, as CPU-bound game logic will become a bottleneck.

Content creation is also not a fit. Video editing, 3D modeling, or audio production with multiple tracks would overwhelm the 2 MB total cache and the 2-thread limit. The data shows that the processor has no benchmark scores, which is telling—it likely was never considered for such workloads. For users who need to run legacy software that is single-threaded and undemanding, the E1-6010 can get the job done, but it offers no headroom for future applications. It is best suited for a secondary device, a thin client, or a dedicated appliance where the 10 W TDP and passive cooling are the primary selling points.